Southwest Raleigh Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Southwest Raleigh attractions

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North Carolina State University

8.8/10 (2,091 reviews)
Walk around the campus at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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Things to do

Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours

Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿623
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

฿653
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour

Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour

฿2,263
per adult
Raleigh Express 1 Hour Rydables Tour
Raleigh True Crime Tour

Raleigh True Crime Tour

฿623
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh True Crime Tour
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk

฿689
per adult
The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh

Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh

฿2,460
per adult
Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Craft Beer Bar in Raleigh
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Top hotels in Southwest Raleigh

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary

3 out of 5
710 Corporate Center Drive Raleigh NC
The price is ฿4,245 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,245
฿4,807 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,514 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh

2 out of 5
1520 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh NC
The price is ฿2,912 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿2,912
฿3,298 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2451 Alumni Drive Raleigh NC
The price is ฿5,086 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,086
฿5,759 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The surroundings were secluded and peaceful but the hotel was close to shopping and other attractions. The interior, breakfast, ping pong, exercise room. We'll be back soon just for the peace of it."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

The StateView Hotel, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG

3 out of 5
6115 Corporate Ridge Road Raleigh NC
The price is ฿3,665 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,665
฿4,151 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Raleigh West Lenovo Center by IHG
Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

3.5 out of 5
3415 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
The price is ฿3,775 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿3,775
฿4,275 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

3.5 out of 5
421 S Salisbury St Raleigh NC
The price is ฿5,086 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,086
฿5,759 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Had to change rooms a few times. The first set of staff was not very helpful. I finally received amazing customer service upon checking out"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

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Where to stay in Southwest Raleigh

Find the best Southwest Raleigh areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Downtown Raleigh, Marbles Kids Museums and The Acorn are top sights worth seeing.

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North Hills

North Hills is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Hills Shopping Center and Regal North Hills while in the area.

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Midtown Raleigh

While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.

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Photo by Phil Vignola Jr.
Open Photo by Phil Vignola Jr.

Downtown Durham

If you're spending some time in Downtown Durham, Carolina Theatre and Durham Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

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Photo by Nikki Benson
Open Photo by Nikki Benson

North Raleigh

While visiting North Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Durant Nature Preserve and Lafayette Village.

Southwest Raleigh Travel Guide